DocFest – Ever The Land

EVER THE LAND is a documentary which explores the bond between Tūhoe and their land through the landmark design and construction of a unique Living Building.

For 150 years, longstanding grievances over colonisation tactics such as illegal land confiscation and scorched earth policies had defined the relationship between Tūhoe and a succession of New Zealand governments. Then in 2014, history was made: Te Urewera, Tūhoe’s ancestral homelands, were returned, the New Zealand government gave an official apology, and the Tūhoe people built the first ever Living Building in Aotearoa.

Conceived as a symbolic testament to Tūhoe values and their vision of self-governance, the new building, and the story of its design and construction ties together a wealth of characters, history and experiences in this thoroughly engaging documentary. The creation of the building immerses us in a culture of people closely entwined with the land, and in a form of architecture distinguished by the integrity of its relationship with the environment.

It’s free to attend but bookings are essential. Phone 03 543 8500 to book your spot, or talk to a staff member at Richmond Library.

Free.